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Border Collie Pit Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Border Collie Pit so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Border Collie and American Pit Bull Terrier mix

Border Collie Pit Size and Weight

Size
Is a Border Collie Pit small, medium or large dog?

How big do Border Collie Pit get?

What is the average size of a Border Collie Pit?

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Weight
How much does the Border Collie Pit weigh? How much should a Border Collie Pit weight? What is the normal weight of a Border Collie Pit? How much does a full-grown Border Collie Pit weight?
22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Border Collie Pit?
50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Border Collie Pit? Border Collie Pit height:
14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Border Collie Pit?
19 inches (47.5 cm)

Border Collie Pit Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Border Collie Pit puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Border Collie Pit in the United States? How much money is a Border Collie Pit?

Where to buy a Border Collie Pit with a good pedigree?

$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Border Collie Pit, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Border Collie Pit for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Border Collie Pit gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Border Collie Pit? How many Border Collie Pit are there in the world?
Frequent: The Border Collie Pit is easier than average to get. Maybe there is some risk of overbreeding, as it is a popular breed.

Due to its popularity, inbreeding may occur. A new study shows that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful and seek the help of an experienced person or a professional, in making your decision.

Border Collie Pit Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Border Collie Pit? Is the Border Collie Pit breed dumb or smart?
Smart: The Border Collie Pit dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

The Border Collie Pit is among the smartest dogs in the intelligence ranking.

Trainability
Are Border Collie Pit dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Border Collie Pit?
Border Collie Pit dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Ability
Is Border Collie Pit good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Border Collie Pit dogs are good watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're consistent in their effort. Good vocal cords and a sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're territorial and protective about their property, so the Border Collie Pit dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Border Collie Pit dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Border Collie Pit dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Border Collie Pit Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Border Collie Pit have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
StubbornClownishEnergeticProtectiveAlertCourageousIntelligentFriendlyResponsiveAffectionateObedientLoyalStrongWilledAggressiveTenacious
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Border Collie Pit sensitivity:
Sensitive: Border Collie Pit dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Border Collie Pit a good family dog?
High: Border Collie Pit dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Border Collie Pit need? Border Collie Pit social needs:
Border Collie Pit dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Border Collie Pit to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Border Collie Pit roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Collie Pit is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Border Collie Pit have high prey drive?
Border Collie Pit dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Border Collie Pit Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Border Collie Pit is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Border Collie Pit dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Border Collie Pit bark?
Average: The Border Collie Pit barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Border Collie Pit good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Border Collie Pit in an apartment?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie Pit breed in the home. It does best in the garden, but if you do want to keep it indoors, it should be exercised thoroughly with long daily walks, so you can keep the Border Collie Pit indoors by introducing daily routines.

Border Collie Pit Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Border Collie Pit dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Border Collie Pit be left alone? How long can you leave a Border Collie Pit alone?
Border Collie Pit dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie Pit Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Border Collie Pit has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Border Collie Pit? How much bite force does a Border Collie Pit have? How strong is a Border Collie Pit bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie Pit bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Border Collie Pit measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Border Collie Pit is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Border Collie Pit bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Border Collie Pit bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Border Collie Pit puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Border Collie Pit, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Border Collie Pit bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Border Collie Pit can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Biting Potential
Do Border Collie Pit bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Border Collie Pit? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Border Collie Pit? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Border Collie Pit has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Border Collie Pit do?
Border Collie Pit dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Border Collie Pit dogs need to be taught a good attitude. We have compiled a list of Mouthy Dog Breeds.

Border Collie Pit Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Border Collie Pit dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Border Collie Pit is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Border Collie Pit breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Border Collie Pit breed? Most common health risks of Border Collie Pit:
Hip Dysplasia AllergiesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyDemodectic MangeSkin AllergiesCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Border Collie Pit breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Border Collie Pit see the vet?
Average
The Border Collie Pit should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Border Collie Pit dogs live? How old can a Border Collie Pit be? What is the age limit of the Border Collie Pit? How many years can the oldest Border Collie Pit live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Border Collie Pit?

How long is the lifespan of a Border Collie Pit?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie Pit: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.

Border Collie Pit Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Border Collie Pit have? What is the activity level of the Border Collie Pit?
Border Collie Pit dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Border Collie Pit need? How much exercise do Border Collie Pit dogs require per day?

Do Border Collie Pit dogs need a lot of exercises?

Border Collie Pit dogs need quite a lot of exercise. Daily walks should be on schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Border Collie Pit breed need?
Border Collie Pit dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Border Collie Pit Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Border Collie Pit need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Border Collie Pit breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Border Collie Pit? How much food should I feed my Border Collie Pit?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Border Collie Pit risk for obesity:
Average: The Border Collie Pit has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Border Collie Pit weight regularly.

Border Collie Pit Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Border Collie Pit have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FineDenseFeatheredStraightShortModerately Long
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Border Collie Pit coats?
BlackGrayTan Red Blue White BrownSableYellow Brindle LilacGold Seal White & RedSlateSable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merleBlue merle-tricolorSlate merleRed merleSaddleback SableWhite & BlueWhite & Blue MerleWhite & Red MerleWhite TickedWhite & GoldWhite & SableWhite & Seal
Grooming
How to groom the Border Collie Pit and how often? How often should I take my Border Collie Pit to the groomer?
Easy to groom: The Border Collie Pit doesn't require a lot of grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections. Border Collie Pit is a good choice if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Recommended for beginners.
Shedding Level
How much do Border Collie Pit dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Border Collie Pit? Do Border Collie Pit dogs shed a lot?
Border Collie Pit dogs shed moderately. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. It mostly depends on their health status and breed type.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Border Collie Pit need a bath? How often should you give a Border Collie Pit a bath? Can I bathe my Border Collie Pit every day?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Border Collie Pit breed hypoallergenic?
No
Border Collie Pit dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Border Collie Pit has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Border Collie Pit drool?
The Border Collie Pit is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Border Collie Pit could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Border Collie Pit.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Border Collie Pit Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Border Collie Pit dogs get along with other pets? Are Border Collie Pit dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Border Collie Pit dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Border Collie Pit temperament with other people:
Border Collie Pit dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Are Border Collie Pit dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Border Collie Pit temperament with children:
Border Collie Pit dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Border Collie Pit dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Border Collie Pit breed live with a cat?
Border Collie Pit dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Border Collie Pit good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Border Collie Pit dogs get along with other dogs?
Border Collie Pit dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Border Collie Pit is not a good choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Border Collie Pit breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Border Collie Pit breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Border Collie Pit dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Border Collie Pit dogs good office canines? Do Border Collie Pit dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Border Collie Pit is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Border Collie Pit dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Border Collie Pit temperament with senior people? Are Border Collie Pit dogs good for elderly owners?
Border Collie Pits are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie Pit As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Border Collie Pit be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Border Collie Pit breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Border Collie Pit be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Border Collie Pit be an emotional support animal?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Border Collie Pit breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Border Collie Pit be a sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Border Collie Pit breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Border Collie Pit be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Border Collie Pit breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Border Collie Pit be a boat dog?

Not really

Border Collie Pit breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Border Collie Pit be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Border Collie Pit is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Border Collie Pit dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Collie Pit Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Border Collie Pit pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Border Collie Pit breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Border Collie Pit: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Border Collie Pit have in a litter? How many puppies can the Border Collie Pit breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Border Collie Pit have? How many puppies can a Border Collie Pit give birth to?
4-8 puppies

Border Collie Pit Recognition

AKC Group
Is Border Collie Pit recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Border Collie Pit recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Border Collie Pit Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Smart: The Border Collie Pit dogs have great intelligence.
  • Trainability: Border Collie Pit dogs are easy to train.
  • Grooming: Easy to groom: The Border Collie Pit doesn't require a lot of grooming.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Border Collie Pit is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Ability: Border Collie Pit dogs are good watchdogs.
  • Adaptability: Border Collie Pit dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Border Collie Pit dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Border Collie Pits are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Border Collie Pit dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search and Rescue Dog (SAR): This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Border Collie Pit dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Apartment Friendly: It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie Pit breed in the home.
  • Mouthiness: Border Collie Pit dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the Border Collie Pit is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Border Collie Pit dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Cat Friendly: Border Collie Pit dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Border Collie Pit dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
  • Office Friendly: Border Collie Pit is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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